We’re about to bid farewell to Week 6 of the NFL season as the San Francisco 49ers host the Washington Commanders on Monday Night Football!
San Fan is on a role. Brock Purdy is playing at an MVP level, with the prolific signal caller leading the 49ers to a 5-0 record (3-0 in the division). The offense has been clicking, putting up 32 or more points in three of the five games.
The Commanders (1-3-1) don’t have as strong of a record as the 49ers, but they’ve also put up 30+ points three times this season and have superstar quarterback Jayden Daniels back under center. San Fran is favored, but anything can happen under the bright lights of Monday Night Football.
From start time to channel to free live stream options, here’s how to watch tonight’s 49ers-Commanders Monday Night Football game live online.
Who’s Playing On Monday Night Football Tonight (October 19)?
Week 6’s MNF matchup features the San Francisco 49ers hosting the Washington Commanders. All the action begins at 8:15 p.m. ET on ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, and NFL+.
Will Monday Night Football Be on ABC Tonight (October 12)?
Yes! Monday Night Football will once again air on ABC this week.
Is The ManningCast On Tonight?
Nope. But Peyton and Eli will return for Week 7’s Cowboys/Eagles game on October 26.
How To Watch Tonight’s Monday Night Football Game Live For Free Without Cable:
You can stream Monday Night Football live on ESPN or the ESPN app/website (with a valid cable login).
The only way to watch shows airing live without cable is by using a live TV streaming service. Our favorite is DIRECTV, which comes with a five-day free trial before payment begins.
DIRECTV offers a number of flexible subscription options, including Genre Packs, so you can best choose which streaming plans fit your needs and budget. Packs start at $19.99/month.
You can also watch Monday Night Football live with an active subscription to fuboTV, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, NFL+, or Sling TV. YouTube TV, fuboTV, and Hulu + Live TV offer free trials for new subscribers.
Monday Night Football 2026 Schedule:
Monday Night Football airs on ESPN throughout the 26-27 regular season. You can also stream live MNF games from your phone or tablet with a subscription to NFL+.
- Week 6 (October 19): Washington Commanders @ San Francisco 49ers (8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN and ABC)
- Week 7 (October 26): Dallas Cowboys @ Philadelphia Eagles (8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN and ABC)
- Week 8 (November 2): Chicago Bears @ Seattle Seahawks (8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN and ABC)
- Week 9 (November 9): Buffalo Bills @ Minnesota Vikings (8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN and ABC)
- Week 10 (November 16): Los Angeles Chargers @ Baltimore Ravens (8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN and ABC)
- Week 11 (November 23): Cincinnati Bengals @ Washington Commanders (8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN)
- Week 12 (November 30): Carolina Panthers @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers (8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN)
- Week 13 (December 7): Dallas Cowboys @ Seattle Seahawks (8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN and ABC)
- Week 14 (December 14): Pittsburgh Steelers @ Jacksonville Jaguars (8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN and ABC)
- Week 15 (December 21): New England Patriots @ Kansas City Chiefs (8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN and ABC)
- Week 16 (December 28): New York Giants @ Detroit Lions (8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN)
- Week 17 (January 4): Houston Texans @ Green Bay Packers (8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN)